in the galleries

In the Galleries - "I paint from being in the ocean and what I perceive on my way there," Bobby Lurie reflected. "I am always on my way there."

In the Galleries - "It all plays together: the heavens above the holy garden," she told us. "In my panels, I reference the seven species of plants listed in Deuteronomy in the ancient gardens."

In the Galleries - "This is a special show that, we are confidant, will be an extension of our successful summer slate of art exhibits," reflected ArtRemsenburg committee member Paul Dempsey.

In the Galleries - "Most of these artists have shown together for many years and they are all creating work that is a visceral and emotional response to the world, not a literal one," Beth Barry explained.

In the Galleries - "My intention is to celebrate the garden of Bob Dash -- a place that continues to inspire and reflect his creativity," said Lambrecht.

In the Galleries - "I like to think I was most influenced by Van Gogh and his brush stroke techniques and then on other days I am in full Jackson Pollock mode," he relayed.

In the Galleries - When Paraskevas was asked what is the one exhibit he is most excited about, his answer was instantaneous, "The giant 12-foot inflatable Ferocious Beast! It's spectacular!"

In the Galleries - "Creating art involves a lot of time alone. For five years the 30Squared group has been a source of companionship in spirit and the shows a chance to celebrate our achievements," Mary Anne Bennet of Amagansett shared.

In the Galleries - "It doesn't matter if the people in your life are there from the beginning of your journey to the final stop or if they ride along with you only briefly. What matters are the connections we make and what we learn from those relationships," Yarmosky told us.

In the Galleries - "Art is a connection arising between something created by another and yourself. You are the key ingredient in that interaction," Bill Kinney noted.

In the Galleries - "The message of my orbs on Montauk Highway is, 'Hey, there's positive energy and healing all around you, even in a traffic jam!'" Henry Richardson told us.

In the Galleries - "My life as an artist crossed paths with politics when I met my late husband, Senator Frank Lautenberg. He taught me the equivalent of a PhD in political science. At my core I am creative, but my journey with Frank enabled an intersection of art and politics that's become who I am," remarked Bonnie Lautenberg.

In the Galleries - "The majority of the works on view reflect the undeniable lure of the sea and the striking natural topography of the East End," Adrienne Conzelman explained.

In the Galleries - "This year, some 90 East End artists have contributed their time, talent and singular creativity to produce these unique works of portable art for this most worthy cause," noted Benefit Chair Arlene Bujese.

In the Galleries - "It is thrilling to be celebrating 10 years of ARTSI and our annual open studios event. Not much seems to have staying power anymore, so the fact that a group of local artists could come together and establish an organization and a community event that has remained popular for a decade is so gratifying," relayed Katherine Hammond.

In the Galleries - "Each artist has a very strong point of view with a unique way of conveying it," Varvatos told us.

In the Galleries - "One of the reasons I love New York is its incredibly diverse landscape. One day I'm staring in awe at some of the tallest skyscrapers in the world, and the next I am capturing a sweeping coastline on the eastern tip of Long Island. I have been blown away by New York since my first visit decades ago," Lik told us.

In the Galleries - "In years past it's been a thrill to see artists like Rashid Johnson and David Salle stop by the fair as well as curators from major New York institutions like The Whitney," Bill Powers noted. "That is very much a trajectory we hope to continue."

In the Galleries - "There truly is something for everyone at this fine art show. It is a great time to come to the Village, stroll in our park and check out the Village restaurants," SAA Board member Danielle Leef explained.

In the Galleries - "I do not set out with an intention; I show up to work. I set out on a journey, an adventure to let the process guide me on a treasure hunt," reflected Buck. "I formally push and pull the color and form until the work begins to reveal what it is that I want to talk about in each piece; that is the treasure. The act of painting is a beautiful ritual but to merge that dance with the succinctness of content is the trick."